In this class Rob talks about the current state of pipe band competitions and what the future might hold for the advancement of the form and the music. Be sure to check out this class for a little listening and discussion of what's to come! Date of Original Live Class: Monday, May 16th, 2016 at

In this session we examine the difficulties lower grade competition and street bands face. What are the differences between upper and lower grade competition bands? How do we set goals for success? How do we maximize members with limited talent or resources? A lot of pipe majorly advice here. Enjoy!

In this session we take a look at the reel idiom and how they have been used over the years by pipe bands. We compare and contrast some recordings of the 70's and 80's with more contemporary recordings. Enjoy!

In this class, possibly the world's most famous creator of medleys gives us extremely valuable insight into how to begin a medley, and how to put it together in a way that's destined for success. We spend time later in the class listening through old Shotts medleys with Rab. Awesome stuff!

In this session we take the last pre-worlds check-in on both the North Berwick and Perth Games. First we talk a bit on what to listen for then delve in to multiple medleys and MSR's from the weekend. Enjoy!

In this session we pick up where we left off last week in 1987. We again wind our way through innovation in sound and medley construction hitting many highlights and recordings along the way. Strathclyde - the end of an era, the rise of FMM, SFU, SLOT, and many others. Come have a listen!

In this class, Rab goes into some medley construction ideas, and then recaps the best ways to practice and prepare for events. Then we generally wrap up the 7 part class that we've shared with him over the past couple of months.

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Monday, January 21st

8:00pm EST: Beginner's Hour! (with Andy Fusco)

Tune in to today's beginner hour (late night edition!), and get some great feedback and insight regarding the beginner material you've been working on. Stay tuned day to day, and watch your ability skyrocket!